Thursday, March 28, 2024
Emirates NBD, a prominent banking group serving the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT) region, has teamed up with Marriott Bonvoy, the renowned global travel program by Marriott International, to introduce two new credit cards in the United Arab Emirates in partnership with Mastercard. The existing credit card collaboration between Emirates NBD and Marriott Bonvoy is being elevated to a World Elite card, offering enhanced premium benefits to both existing and new cardholders. Additionally, a new World card is being launched to provide a wider audience with access to exceptional travel experiences and benefits.
Tailored to cater to diverse consumer preferences through two distinct Mastercard tiers, World Elite and World, both cards enable cardholders to earn Marriott Bonvoy points on their everyday purchases. They also offer access to Elite status, exclusive perks, and unique experiences across Marriott Bonvoy’s extensive portfolio, spanning over 30 hotel brands and 10,000 global destinations. Both cards are currently available, featuring enticing limited-time offers that include up to 200,000 bonus points or two Free Night Awards for new cardholders.
Marwan Hadi, Group Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management at Emirates NBD said, “As a homegrown institution dedicated to the empowerment of our valued customers, Emirates NBD is delighted to extend our historic relationship with Marriott Bonvoy to introduce new, world-class experiences for our customers while supporting their financial choices. The addition of the Marriott Bonvoy World Elite Card to the Emirates NBD card portfolio provides our cardmembers with new opportunities to unlock meaningful value and elevate their travel experiences with Marriott Bonvoy.”
Sandeep Walia, Chief Operating Officer – Middle East, Marriott Internationalcommented, “We continue to explore ways to provide Marriott Bonvoy members in the UAE with unique and diverse travel experiences, along with personalised benefits that they can access in market and across the globe. Through the launch of these credit card offerings and the expanded collaboration with Emirates NBD and Mastercard, we aim to reach more travel enthusiasts in the UAE and provide them with a seamless experience to enjoy more member benefits and maximise rewards on everyday purchases.”
Amnah Ajmal, Executive Vice President, Market Development, EEMEA, Mastercardadded, “At Mastercard, we remain committed to best-in-class payment solutions that also provide meaningful, elevated consumer experiences. We look forward to delivering exceptional value to consumers and to setting a new standard for travel and lifestyle in the region with the introduction of these two new cards.”
Marriott Bonvoy® World Elite Mastercard®
The existing premium card collaboration between Emirates NBD and Marriott Bonvoy will undergo rebranding, now known as the Marriott Bonvoy World Elite Mastercard. Current holders of the Marriott Bonvoy World Mastercard will automatically transition to this new metal credit card, maintaining their benefits without any increase in the annual fee. They will enjoy premium perks, including an upgraded annual renewal Free Night Award redeemable at a 50,000-point level, 15 Elite Night Credits annually, and the opportunity to attain Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status through qualified spending. Additionally, cardholders will receive an automatic upgrade to Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status, entailing benefits such as a 25% bonus on points for eligible stays at participating hotels, room Upgrades, and a 2 PM Late Checkout, contingent upon availability.ity.
The launch of the Marriott Bonvoy World Elite Mastercard comes with an exclusive limited-time welcome offer, enabling new cardholders to earn up to 200,000 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points.
Marriott Bonvoy® World Mastercard®
The Marriott Bonvoy World Mastercard grants cardholders automatic advancement to Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite status, providing members with a 10% bonus on points for eligible stays at participating hotels and Priority Late Checkout, subject to availability. This card also debuts with a special limited-time welcome offer, offering cardholders the opportunity to earn two Free Night Awards (each valued at 35,000 points) for stays at participating hotels and resorts worldwide after spending a specified amount on Valid Charges within the initial three billing cycles.
Cardholders of both the Marriott Bonvoy World Elite Mastercard and the Marriott Bonvoy World Mastercard can accrue Marriott Bonvoy points on local and international expenditures as well as on stays at over 10,000 global destinations spanning more than 30 distinguished brands like The Ritz-Carlton, St.Regis, W Hotels, Le Méridien, Marriott Hotels, Westin, and the Autograph Collection. Within the UAE, they can enjoy enhanced stays and dining experiences across Marriott Bonvoy’s expansive portfolio of over 70 hotels and resorts. Points earned can be redeemed for stays, utilized for once-in-a-lifetime experiences through Marriott Bonvoy Moments, used to purchase signature branded products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques, or transferred to nearly 40 global airline partner programs.
Additional card benefits include unlimited access to over 1,200 premium lounges across more than 450 cities worldwide, complimentary airport transfers, complimentary rounds of golf in the UAE, and more.
Customers interested in exploring the key features of the Marriott Bonvoy Mastercard Credit Cards from Emirates NBD can visit www.emiratesnbd.com/marriott, where they can also directly apply for the credit cards.
Benefits of the Marriott Bonvoy Credit Cards from Emirates NBD include:
Marriott Bonvoy World Elite Mastercard
Limited Time Welcome Offer: New cardholders can earn up to 200,000 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points; 100,000 bonus points upon card approval and an additional 100,000 bonus points after spending US$$15,000 on eligible charges within the initial three billing cycles.
One complimentary Free Night Award is granted annually upon card renewal, redeemable for a one-night stay (up to 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy points) at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels. Note that certain hotels may impose resort fees. Previously valued at a maximum of 35,000 Marriott Bonvoy points.
Benefits:
Automatic enrollment in Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status is included, featuring a 25% bonus on eligible purchases at participating hotels, enhanced room upgrades, a 2 PM Late Checkout, complimentary WIFI, and more, contingent upon availability. Additionally, cardmembers have the opportunity to achieve Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status upon reaching a qualifying annual spend of US$ 100,000.
Fifteen Elite Night Credits are allocated each calendar year, contributing towards progression to the next tier of Elite status. Previously, only 5 Elite Night Credits were provided.
Earnings of 6 Marriott Bonvoy points per US$ 1 spent on eligible charges at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels, with up to 3 Marriott Bonvoy points per US$ 1 spent on everyday and international purchases.
Through member referrals, cardholders can earn 15,000 points per successful referral, with a limit of 10 referrals per calendar year. There is no increase in the Annual Fee of AED 1,575 (inclusive of VAT).
Marriott Bonvoy World Mastercard
Benefits:
For a limited time, new cardholders can earn two Free Night Awards (each valued at up to 35,000 Marriott Bonvoy points) for stays at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels after spending US$ 6,000 on eligible charges within the initial three billing cycles.
Automatic enrollment in Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite status is provided, offering a 10% points bonus on eligible purchases at participating hotels, Priority Late Checkout, complimentary WIFI, and more, subject to availability.
Ten Elite Night Credits are granted each calendar year, aiding in progress towards the next level of Elite status.
Earnings of 3 Marriott Bonvoy points per US$ 1 spent on eligible charges at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels, with up to 1.5 Marriott Bonvoy points per US$ 1 spent on everyday and international purchases.
Through member referrals, cardholders can earn 10,000 points per successful referral, with a limit of 10 referrals per calendar year.
Annual fee of AED 315 (VAT Inclusive)
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